Abirakast Benefits & Uses

Abirakast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Prostate Cancer

Abirakast Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Male)	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Prostate Cancer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1000 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Abirakast Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Abirakast is used -

Severe

Decreased potassium level in blood
Increased blood pressure
Edema
Diarrhoea
Increased Liver Enzymes
Frequent urination

Moderate

Hepatitis

Mild

Dyspepsia
Rash
Pharyngitis
Nausea or vomiting

Abirakast Related Warnings

Is the use of Abirakast safe for pregnant women?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
Is the use of Abirakast safe during breastfeeding?

Not Used by Women

Not Used By Women
What is the effect of Abirakast on the Kidneys?

Using Abirakast does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Abirakast on the Liver?

Abirakast is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Abirakast on the Heart?

Abirakast may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Abirakast with Other Drugs

Abirakast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenobarbital

Moderate

Abirakast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Abirakast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Abirakast

Is this Abirakast habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Abirakast is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Abirakast can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Abirakast is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Abirakast cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Abirakast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Abirakast

Taking Abirakast with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Abirakast

Information about the interaction of Abirakast and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zytiga® (abiraterone acetate)

Abirakast 250mg Tablet